For Sale by Owner

Everyone knows selling a classic car is extremely time consuming

Don't want to go through the hassle of selling your car?

LET US DO ALL THE WORK

Lets face it, selling a classic can be painful. Between the inspections, research, photographs, and marketing, you’ll have a lot of time tied up in just preparation.  Then there’s the calls. Oh, the calls, texts, and emails!  Each one needs attention if you want to find that one serious buyer worthy of your classic.

Whether a passive campaign or an active sales project, we have the market knowledge, skilled mechanics, and industry connections to get your vehicle marketed to a wide audience.  Then we’ll take the calls and we’ll answer the emails, leaving you time to do what makes you happy.

Simple & efficient.  The Fort Pitt Way.

TO DO LIST:

  • Get an appraisal
  • Pre-Sales Inspection
  • Perform market research to determine value
  • Photograph all aspects of the vehicle, including the chassis
  • Write an engaging sales ad
  • Post it to all the relevant sites
  • Field all calls & respond to emails (tire kickers included)
  • Coordinate transport and necessary paperwork

THE PROCESS

1. Inspection

Step 1 in determining the value of a vehicle is a thorough, 32-point inspection.  An accurate evaluation of the car’s condition is critical for pricing and developing a sales plan.  We pride ourselves on representing our vehicles accurately, as it’s ultimately in the best interest of both parties.  The results are reviewed with the owner before listing it and any needed repairs are suggested.  A safe operating vehicle is paramount.

2. Appraisal

Using specific classic vehicle valuation resources, we research your car’s potential value. To fully understand the market, we rely on recent auction results, comparable cars, and general market conditions.

3. Market the Vehicle

We detail the vehicle, take photographs, write the ad, and market to its target audience. We place the ad on our website (and others) and show the car to potential buyers in our showroom.  Check out our Listings page to see some of the cars currently for sale.

4. Answer Calls & Emails

We field the phone calls and answer the emails and we’ll keep you updated on sales activity and offers to buy.

5. Negotiate the Deal

We communicate with buyers and sellers to bring both parties together for a win-win settlement.  We’ll finalize and execute the necessary paperwork and help coordinate lien payoffs, titles, etc.

6. Arrange Transportation

We’ll put you in contact with our preferred carriers, and arrange pick-up, and delivery times.

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